Pastry Commis Chef - Goodwood House

West Sussex.info; Chichester; On-site; GBP 23,979 - 29,308; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free event tickets to motorsport and horseracing

Access to Goodwood Health Club

Discounts across the Estate

Health cash plan

Chef whites and staff meals

Entry to Group Performance Share scheme

Job summary

West Sussex.info is seeking a passionate Pastry Commis Chef to join the talented kitchen team at Goodwood House in Chichester. This position offers an incredible opportunity to begin or grow your culinary career within a vibrant, premium kitchen environment.

You will work full-time and gain experience in creating desserts while displaying a dedication to food quality. The role includes several excellent benefits such as event tickets and health packages, making it a unique career opportunity.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for food and exceptional dining experiences.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a culinary career.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Support dessert creation under senior chefs' guidance.
• Work collaboratively across the Estate's kitchen.
• Contribute to maintaining high quality and consistency.

Skills

Passion for food

Can-do attitude

Attention to detail

Basic knife skills

Teamwork

Interest in pastry

Job description

Helping people find jobs in the local area since 2008

Salary £ 26,644.80 per annum plus excellent benefits and significant gratuity

Location Chichester

Contract Permanent

Hours Full Time- Worked on 5 out of 7 days including evenings and weekends

We’re on the lookout for a passionate Pastry Commis Chef to join our talented kitchen team at Goodwood House.

This is a fantastic opportunity to begin or grow your culinary career in a truly unique setting, working across a variety of exceptional events - from elegant banquets to vibrant celebrations. Our menus are led by the seasons and showcase the very best of Goodwood Home Farm produce, brought to life with creativity and precision.

You’ll also gain exposure to our pastry offering, supporting the creation of desserts and sweet elements under the guidance of our senior chefs – ideal for someone interested in developing their pastry skills alongside a strong all‑round culinary foundation.

You’ll be part of a collaborative team of chefs working across the Estate, united by our ambition to be famous for food. With plenty of training and development opportunities, this is the perfect role for someone eager to learn, build their skills and thrive in a fast‑paced, premium kitchen environment.

What you’ll bring:

• A genuine passion for food and delivering exceptional dining experiences
• A positive, can‑do attitude and eagerness to learn
• Some kitchen experience and basic knife skills (helpful but not essential)
• A team‑focused approach with a sense of fun
• Great attention to detail and pride in your work
• The ability to work at pace while maintaining consistency and quality
• An interest in pastry and developing sweet dishes as part of a well‑rounded culinary skillset

What you’ll get:

• Free event tickets to our motorsport and horseracing events
• Access to the Goodwood Health Club – including gym, pool and sauna (T&Cs apply)
• Discounts across the Estate’s products and experiences
• Chef whites and staff meals provided while on shift
• Health cash plan and a comprehensive wellbeing package
• Entry to our Group Performance Share scheme

This is more than just a job - it’s a chance to be part of something extraordinary.